2020 Map of Kirkwood Creek

About this map

The Snake Wild and Scenic River carves a deep path through the canyonlands of Idaho County and Wallowa County at the state line. This high-relief terrain is characterized by massive bars along the riverbanks, including Kirkwood Bar, Yankee Bar, Kirby Bar, and Russel Bar, which serve as rare level ground within the steep Snake River Canyon. The landscape is a network of ridges and basins managed by the Nez Perce National Forest and Wallowa National Forest. Interior features such as Triangle Mtn, Phillips Ridge, and the Cow Creek Saddle define the upland geography away from the water. These mountains are punctuated by vital water sources like Davis Spring, Elk Horn Spring, and Buckhorn Spring, which have historically supported local ranching and transit through the Snake River National Recreation Area.